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UK’s $1 billion AUKUS support request signals strong ongoing US collaboration

24th March 2026

The latest foreign military sales request from the UK has implications for the future of the programme and collaboration between the three nations.

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US Coast Guard prepares acquisition process of up to seven light icebreakers

23rd March 2026

The USCG plans to award a contract this year for the construction of Homeland Security Cutters. The new vessels will replace the 60-plus-year-old fleet of Light Icebreaking Tugs.

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